After the revelatory 2023 revival of "Merrily We Roll Along," which finally clarified another difficult 80s musical, there was hope that "Chess" might enjoy a similar breakthrough. This isn't that breakthrough. But when the commentary dies down and the music takes over, the show soars, proving again why people keep trying to resurrect it. As […] The post In 'Chess,' the music attacks " but the book retreats appeare…
SOURCE: Did They Like It? at 11:57PM on November 16, 2025